Fever And Pregnancy
When you combine fever and pregnancy, you end up with an excessive amount of miserable and suffering expectant mothers, who usually stress themselves about the situation needlessly. If you are pregnant or have been pregnant, it is more than likely you have heard rumors about having an elevated temperature and the dangers it poses to your baby. As an example, it is highly recommended that pregnant women do not spend any time in a hot tub or take baths with a water temperature exceeding 100°.
In the case of a fever, there have been some inconclusive studies that have linked a higher risk for birth defects to a prolonged high fever in the expectant mother. These risks are much higher in the first trimester, but the risks become exceedingly lower in the second and third trimester.
However please be aware that in most cases if you have a general fever and it does not last long, the dangers to your baby are really quite minimal.
Treating A Pregnancy Fever
Most over-the-counter medications are off-limits for pregnant women, with the exception of a few brands such as Tylenol, which has long been used to treat pregnant women without any adverse effects on the fetus. If you plan on taking any type of medications, even Tylenol, always check first with your doctor or midwife first.
If you are pregnant and find yourself with a fever, most pediatricians will recommend keeping yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of clear fluids such as water and getting ample amounts of rest.
Most importantly, if you have a high fever or have had a fever for a prolonged period of time, you will want to notify your caretaker right away.
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